Definitions
1.nounThe cry "hallo!"
2.nounA shout of exultation.
3.verbTo shout, or to call with a loud voice.
4.verbTo chase while shouting "hallo!"
5.verbTo cry "hallo" (to someone).
6.verbTo shout (something).
7.interjectionA cry of surprise.
8.interjectionA greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence."Hello, everyone."
9.interjectionA greeting used when answering the telephone."Hello? How may I help you?"
10.interjectionA call for response if it is not clear if anyone is present or listening, or if a telephone conversation may have been disconnected."Hello? Is anyone there?"
11.interjectionUsed sarcastically to imply that the person addressed or referred to has done something the speaker or writer considers to be foolish."You just tried to start your car with your cell phone. Hello?"
12.interjectionAn expression of puzzlement or discovery."Hello! What’s going on here?"